Exploring the Impact of Pragmatic Competence on the Communicative Competence

Abstract

The ability to use language effectively is critical for communication, and possessing a large vocabulary, perfect pronunciation, and grammatical understanding is not sufficient for fluency in English. Pragmatic competence, which encompasses knowledge of social, cultural, and discourse conventions, is essential for language use success. However, many students lack this competence, which affects their communicative ability. While classroom-based education can enhance the pragmatic development of second language learners, there is little research on the subject. This study aims to explore the impact of pragmatism on communicative ability and highlights the importance of pragmatic competence in language use.